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2024 MEDCOE Leadership Program boosts international relations
April 15, 2024 — The Washington Capitol echoed with the exchange of expertise and camaraderie on April 11 as 16 senior medical officers from Indonesia, Norway, Germany, New Zealand, Denmark, Cameroon, and the United States convened as part of the esteemed Medical Strategic Leadership Program. Hosted by the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, located at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, this initiative continues to foster international engagement, partnerships, and goodwill among accomplished medical leaders... MORE

2024 U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCOE) Leadership Program boosts international relations.

New prerequisite for SNCOA starting FY25
April 15, 2024 — All students attending the Air Force Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy on or after Oct. 1, 2024, will be required to complete the Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II online course prior to attendance... MORE

Graduates with Class 21-E lower the flag during a retreat ceremony after their graduation from the Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy on Maxwell-Gunter Annex, Ala. All students attending the Air Force SNCOA on or after Oct. 1, 2024, will be required to complete the Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II online course prior to attendance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jackson Manske)

CSAF 23 Letter to Airmen – Following Through
April 15, 2024 — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin released his latest letter to Airmen, following up on his previous letter... MORE

Special Victim Liaisons provide care, resources for assault victims
April 15, 2024 — Being a compassionate ally and link to critical resources are goals of Special Victim Liaisons who assist victims of sexual assault and other crimes as part of the Army’s new Office of Special Trial... MORE

Political activity Dos and Don’ts for Airmen, Guardians, DOD employees
April 15, 2024 — We can expect many opportunities for citizens to participate in the democratic process but with this in mind, it is important to be aware of specific guidelines that apply to service members and federal employees on acceptable behavior. ... MORE

U.S. Naval Community College begins accepting applications for health science
April 15, 2024 — The U.S. Naval Community College officially began accepting applications for its Associate of Science in Health Science program on Monday, April 1... MORE

The U.S. Naval Community College officially began accepting applications for its Associate of Science in Health Science program. USNCC worked with Western Governors University to provide this naval-relevant degree program focused on health and medical capabilities. Below the headline are images of various hospital corpsmen at work.

BAMC recognizes volunteers for extraordinary service
April 15, 2024 — Brooke Army Medical Center Volunteer Appreciation Week culminated with a ceremony April 5 to honor the individuals who donate their time to serve others... MORE

Army South Soldiers, civilians make life-saving donations during mobile blood drive
April 15, 2024 — U.S. Army South Soldiers and civilians showcased their commitment to saving lives by participating in a blood drive held behind the headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on April 3. ... MORE

Army South Soldiers and Civilians make life-saving donations during mobile blood drive

Year of the CYP Hero campaign celebrates child, youth program professionals
April 15, 2024 — The "Year of the CYP Hero" campaign is a dedicated initiative aimed at recognizing the invaluable contributions of Child and Youth Programs and CYP professionals throughout the remainder of the 2024 calendar year... MORE

Eighty-seventh Force Support Squadron Child Development Center caregivers are recognized by joint base senior leaders at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Feb. 15, 2024. The caregivers are considered mission essential and played a vital role in maintaining JB MDL’s crucial operations during a snowstorm last month that caused base closures due to safety concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Thompson)

ATV safety starts at purchase
April 15, 2024 — Installation safety is an all-encompassing responsibility to ensure the protection of Airmen and Guardians and vital mission equipment. An important aspect of installation safety is ensuring the right equipment is purchased for a task and that the purchased equipment is used properly... MORE

C-5M Super Galaxy inspires next generation at Great Texas Airshow
April 15, 2024 — More than 350,000 mothers and fathers, grandmas and grandpas, sons and daughters flooded the gates of The Great Texas Airshow to see aerial spectacles, breathtaking displays, and the power of the world's greatest Air Force. The largest aircraft in the U.S. arsenal was on full display... MORE

The Great Texas Airshow attendees walk out of the 433rd Airlift Wing’s C-5M Super Galaxy near the entrance of the airshow at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas Apr. 7, 2024.

Air Force begins service-wide lodging updates to improve guest experience
April 15, 2024 — The Air Force is improving lodging facilities across the enterprise to better serve Airmen, Guardians and their families. ... MORE

Retriever mix looks to the right in a lodging room.

Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions
April 15, 2024 — The Air Force selected 2,053 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel and major during recent CY23D and CY23E central selection boards... MORE

Enhancing trainee performance: A breakdown of 'Operation First Flight'
April 15, 2024 — Air Force Basic Military Training has undergone a significant transformation with the recent implementation of Zero Week at the 323rd Training Squadron. This strategic, organizational conversion marks an intentional shift in the approach to training new recruits, with the goal of not only assessing initial competency but also to equip trainees with essential tools for success throughout their time in BMT and beyond... MORE

A Military Training Instructor addresses Basic Military Training trainees assigned to the 323rd Training Squadron on Jan. 20, 2024 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, during culminating events on day five of Zero Week, known as Operation First Flight. Zero Week is the first five days of BMT where MTIs have the opportunity to optimize instruction before trainees are assigned to their BMT squadron. Zero Week serves as a deliberate process that not only assesses the initial competency and readiness of trainees but equips them with the essential tools needed to excel throughout their BMT journey. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Cotto)

Basic Defender Course optimizes training for high-end fight
April 15, 2024 — In a strategic move toward enhancing national defense capabilities, Air Force Security Forces is reoptimizing training to ensure Defenders are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle evolving threats in a modern era. The 343rd Training Squadron’s Security Forces technical training is one of the key components in the Defender Next initiative, where the career field is undertaking the largest shift in the schoolhouse in over two decades... MORE

Security Forces technical training students raise their hands as they recite the Security Forces pledge during the Basic Defender Course graduation at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Jan. 16, 2024. The 343rd Training Squadron is optimizing training to ensure Defenders are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle evolving threats in a modern era. The 343 TRS Security Forces technical training is one of the key components in the Defender Next initiative, where the career field is undertaking the largest shift in the schoolhouse in over two decades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame)

340th Flying Training Group hosts week-long enlisted summit
April 15, 2024 — More than 100 enlisted personnel from the 340th Flying Training Group and its seven geographically separated units gathered to attend the 340th FTG Enlisted Summit April 2-5, 2024... MORE

Mission Monday: Combat Arms Training and Maintenance Program management
April 15, 2024 — It’s Mission Monday. Meet Master Sgt. Tanisha Chaney, Combat Arms Training and Maintenance Program manager at the Air Force Security Forces Center headquarters in San Antonio. ... MORE

Special Warfare SEL emphasizes warrior ethos during NCO induction ceremony
April 15, 2024 — The 433rd Airlift Wing and the 960th Cyberspace Wing welcomed a new crop of non-commissioned officers during an NCO Induction Ceremony organized by the Rising Six Council on April 6 at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Nathan Cox, Special Warfare Training Group senior enlisted leader, speaks during an NCO Induction Ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas on April 6, 2024.

Kendall, Allvin, Saltzman urge modernization while warning Senate of delayed budgets
April 10, 2024 — Kendall, Allvin and Saltzman’s official purpose during the hearing was to explain the department’s $217.5 billion budget request for the 2025 fiscal year which begins Oct. 1... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall testifies before the Senate Appropriations Committee on the fiscal year 2025 budget requests for the Department of the Air Force and Space Force at the Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., April 9, 2024. Kendall was joined by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman during the hearing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

Power of Prevention: Get cancer screenings with TRICARE
April 10, 2024 — Catching cancer early is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from cancer. Routine cancer screening tests can find many common cancers before they cause symptoms... MORE

Female Uniformed Service Member looks at mammogram images on a monitor with a keyboard.